Scarlet Monkey Flower

Mimulus Cardinalis

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Overview

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus cardinalis) is a vibrant perennial, flaunting fiery red tubular blossoms ideal for adding a splash of color to partial shade or sunny spots. It thrives in wet environments, reaching 1-2 feet in height and width. This hummingbird favorite is native to California and Oregon, providing dramatic flair alongside water features or in rain gardens, and requires maintenance for optimal showiness. Hardy to zone 7.

Sun ShadeWater MediumZones 9–10

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus cardinalis) is a vibrant perennial

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — flaunting fiery red tubular blossoms ideal for adding a splash of color to partial shade or sunny spots

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — It thrives in wet environments, reaching 1-2 feet in height and width

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — This hummingbird favorite is native to California and Oregon

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — providing dramatic flair alongside water features or in rain gardens

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — and requires maintenance for optimal showiness

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — scientifically known as Mimulus cardinalis

Culture

Sun: Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Scrophulariaceae

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Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus cardinalis) is a vibrant perennial

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — flaunting fiery red tubular blossoms ideal for adding a splash of color to partial shade or sunny spots

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — It thrives in wet environments, reaching 1-2 feet in height and width

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — This hummingbird favorite is native to California and Oregon

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — providing dramatic flair alongside water features or in rain gardens

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — and requires maintenance for optimal showiness

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — scientifically known as Mimulus cardinalis

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — is a vibrant and eye-catching perennial that can add a splash of brilliant red to any garden landscape

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — This native North American plant typically flourishes in USDA Hardiness Zones 6 through 9

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — tolerating a wide temperature range.<br><br>Mimulus cardinalis thrives in partial to full sunlight

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — A key feature of this plant is its affinity for wet environments

Scarlet Monkey Flower (Mimulus Cardinalis) — making it an ideal addition to water features

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